One of the more eye-opening effects of COVID-19 was the exposure of weaknesses in the international supply chain. Supply chain issues continue to this day, with hundreds of shipping containers reportedly sitting at many west coast ports waiting to be unloaded.
When the media focuses on the challenges facing supply chains, they mostly talk about consumer products. However, the interruption of goods has also affected the normal operations of B2B companies. Many businesses are having difficulty getting the parts and equipment they need to fulfill customer orders, especially when what they need comes from offshore markets.
Cross-border shipping issues, shortages of available trucks, and inclement weather also exacerbate existing supply chain problems. For many Canadian oil and gas companies already under stress to maintain their heat management system to keep their plants operating and meet their project deadlines during the winter season, the situation is quickly becoming unsustainable.
The best way for Canadian oil and gas facilities to continue operating efficiently, even during a supply crisis, is to procure heat management parts and equipment they need from domestic suppliers. Up until recently, that has been a challenge for companies who have traditionally made purchases from China and other overseas markets.
That’s why MSCP offers everything your heat management system needs to keep functioning smoothly right here in Canada. We manufacture or source products domestically and have the skills, experience, and knowledge to install, maintain, and replace them in even the most complex pipe systems. It’s the best way to keep your plant running and complete critical projects on time.
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Here are some of the most critical reasons for you to procure parts and equipment from Canada-based MSCP:
Complete Geographical Coverage: MSCP operates a CSA-approved panel shop servicing Western Canada and an ETL panel shop servicing Eastern Canada. These locations manufacture control panels, enclosures, and junction boxes, and are a source for MI and SR cable.
Faster Turnaround Time: Ordering parts and equipment domestically significantly reduces the turnaround time on orders. Faster fulfillment has an impact on project schedules and emergency repairs that can cause an operational shutdown. Plus, there will be no delay or costs incurred by products waiting to clear customs. In some cases, MSCP can turn orders around in as little as two business days:
- Local manufacturing of tube bundles reduces order lead time from 14 to 16 weeks to 7 to 10 days
- Local manufacturing in Eastern and Western Canada of MI cables reduces order turnaround time from 2 to 3 weeks to 2 to 3 business days
- Local source for SR cable and accessories through our partner Thermon, offering fast order fulfillment
- Reliable supply of insulation products such as Armagel, Minerwool, calcium silicate, and removable blankets can be ordered and shipped quickly
- Regular supplies of cladding and metal manufacturing related to cladding can also be picked and shipped when you need it
Accessible Facilities: It’s hard to meet suppliers face-to-face when they’re offshore. When you buy domestically from MSCP, you meet with our agents, tour our facilities, and inspect our products first-hand.
Material Management & Warehousing: MSCP offers domestic itemizing and storage of buffer heat trace and insulation materials. This unique service ensures that your replacement Heat Management System parts can be accessed and shipped when you need them, instead of waiting weeks for new parts to arrive.
Efficient Communications: When you call, email, or request a virtual meeting with MSCP, chances are we’re in or close to your time zone. Domestic locations can provide faster, more efficient communications that keep your projects moving forward and on schedule.
Improved Quality Control For Your Heat Management System: When you order from MSCP, you can be assured of complete transparency and quality control over our products. This is harder to have when you deal with offshore suppliers. Also, if offshore products aren’t up to standard, dispute resolution can be complex due to geographic and timing differences.
You’re Supporting Local Workforces: When you buy from MSCP, you’re investing in the health and prosperity of Canadian communities. Your support helps local residents buy houses, purchase goods, and support local charities, fuelling regional growth and supporting the legacy of investing at home first to protect Canadian communities.
Best of all, buying domestic HMS products from MSCP means that you can leverage our engineers’ expertise to ensure you have the best solution for your site’s particular needs.
Now more than ever, your plant needs a local supply chain to ensure you are protected in the case of supply chain disruption. MSCP’s goal is to help your facility achieve zero downtime with parts, equipment, and service that eliminate the worry of system failure and interrupted production. Contact us anytime to learn more about how we can help you.
